Hospitalized

I was going to wait and just post tomorrow but we could really use your prayers and encouragement today. We had a wonderful morning yesterday, driving the convertible of our dear friends, Kimball and Elizabeth. All of you said relax and enjoy the weekend, so we visited the nearby town of Carefree. Really. (See picture of Steve). We also knew we had to make a hard decision when we got back to the apartment. My right arm was starting to form blisters like the ones that led to my hospitalization in Olympia. Yes, the had continued to grow while we were out. We decided it would be best to go to Mayo's Emergency Room. My last experience in Olympia of waiting 8 hours in the lobby and after four days had still not moved to a regular room, left me somewhat anxious about a return trip to an ER. We decided to give it a try anyway. Much prayer and 15 minutes later, we were checking in. Within 2 hours, we had been checked in, triaged, and seen by the doctor, and moved to a room that was more like an upscale suite. Every provider from the doctors to the nurses had read my history and doctor notes in the patient portal. I didn't have to answer any questions except regarding current medications. What a blessing!

The treatment so far has stopped the spreading of the blisters and the doctor was pleased this morning. Pray we make significant headway so we can be discharged later today on oral meds. The team wants me to see Neurology and Dermatology to review the situation and medications. Tomorrow we are scheduled to see different specialists all day as well as on Tuesday. If we can't leave today from the hospital, our trip for answers will be in great jeopardy. Up to now, almost every appointment has been a test of some kind to give the specialists of Monday and Tuesday the information they need.

Please pray.

The words of singer/songwriter Kari Jacobe touched me this morning:

"In the midst of deep sorrow, I see your light is breaking through. I am not alone, you will go before me, you will never leave me. You amaze me, you redeem me, you call me as your own. Through these trials,you have always been faithful and brought healing to my soul. You will

go before me; you will never leave me."

Thanks for checking in on us. We'll keep you posted.

Much love,

Lee and Steve

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Comments

Whitney Henderson:

Lee and Steve- we continually follow your post and keep up with you all through Gary or April. Please know we are praying for you daily and will continue to pray without ceasing.

Amy Garland:

Thankful you are getting great care! Continuing to pray for you and praying for your remaining appointments-that you will be able to meet with those doctors and they will have wisdom and answers. Much love!

Sandy Temple:

I am praying for you, my sweet friend! "Right doctors, right care, right treatment"....relief, strength and courage, comfort and peace. Much love to you and your family😘

Eddie Faulkner:

Praying that you will be able to continue the planned appointments. Sorry for this setback, but believing you will able to move forward.

Amy Moore:

My sweet friend. My heart is breaking for you. I am sorry you had to be hospitalized, but glad that they are taking good care of you. Praying you are able to make all your appointment today and tomorrow & get the answers you so desperately need. You are constantly in HIS hands. sending love and peace your way.

Joan Bouck:

I'm so glad you decided to go into emergency, that looks so painful, even though your last experience with them was so awful. It sounds like Mayo's Emergency doctors and staff are giving you the care you need and I am praying they will be able to provide you with relief and answers, as well as not holding up the rest of your appointments and tests. I hope you are able to find some peace and comfort today in spite of all you are trying to accomplish. Take care, Joan FD3

Jane Levin:

Precious girl, we are praying now and will continue to pray for God to make the way straight for you to go to the appointments Monday and Tuesday! And will give May doctors wisdom how to treat these blisters!! Love you both.

Jennifer Keller:

Oh, sweet Lee...I'm so sorry that you've had to be hospitalized! I am praying for wisdom for the doctors and that you will get to be discharged today! Thanking the Lord, also, for how He uses your suffering to be a testimony of His love. Big, gentle, hugs.

sandra henry:

So glad you went to the ER! And so thankful that Mayo is taking good care of you. Will pray that you can be discharged today and have all your scheduled tests. God can do it. Love to you and Steve.

Judy Wilson:

Tell Steve not to be looking for a job in Arizona. All that good care may be tempting. Praying for you.

Eunice Goodwin:

Keeping you in our hearts and prayers for discharge today and the ability to accomplish what is needed tomorrow and Tuesday. Much love, Eunice and Dan

Teresa J Brooks:

So sorry for this setback, but glad you are being well cared for at Mayo. Praying that everything works out regarding your remaining appointments. Love to you both! Teresa

Debby Archer:

Praying for you and the doctors to give you some relief and that you will be able to make your appointments on Monday and Tuesday! Much love, Debby and Victoria

Steve Braden:

Praying for your discharge today and answers to the test/appointments. So glad you were near to Mayo for treatment. Love you guys

Missy McLain Thomas:

Lee and Steve---you remain in our prayers and we are praying specifically for you to be discharged from the hospital with oral meds that will handle your current situation---that your schedule to meet with the specialists will not be bothered. Love and prayers, Missy and Scott